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Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
CGHS Mumbai organizes Blood Donation Camp and Organ Donation Awareness Program in Seva Pakhwada
More than 100 volunteers donated blood in CGHS Mumbai's blood donation camp
Mumbai, 28 September 2023
In a remarkable demonstration of community solidarity, the Central Government Health Scheme , Mumbai office, orchestrated a Blood Donation Camp and an Awareness Program on Organ Donation as part of Sewa Pakhwada 2023, on September 27, 2023 . These events, held at CGHS Wellness Centre No. 1, AG hall, Pratistha Bhawan, and Shamina Hall Income Tax, Mumbai, witnessed an overwhelming participation and unwavering support.
The programme commenced with the Blood Donation Camp, which was a collaborative effort with Tata Memorial Hospital and CGHS PANCHAYAT. It was followed by a programme on 'Importance of Organ Donation'. Enthusiastic participantsincluded dedicated individuals from CGHS, various central government offices and members of the public, all uniting for a common cause.
The Blood Donation Camp, held on September 27, 2023, as part of the ongoing Sewa Pakhwada 2023, unfolded at CGHS Wellness Centre no. 1, AG Hall, Pratistha Bhawan, Mumbai, and immediately garnered fervent enthusiasm and steadfast backing. Within the first hour of the program's commencement, an impressive 25 individuals volunteered for blood donation. A remarkable total of 163 volunteers joined the Blood Donation Camp, and following rigorous health assessments, 114 volunteers were found eligible and donated blood. Their altruistic contributions will undoubtedly make a substantial impact in saving lives. Each blood donor received a certificate recognizing their invaluable role in this life-saving initiative.
A motivational speech delivered by Shri Prushotam Pawar, President of The Federation of Organ & Body Donation, during the awareness program on organ donation inspired the attendees. This was followed by an infotainment programme on the theme of Organ donation, where staff members of CGHS Mumbai participated.
Dr. Nirmal Mandal, Additional Director of CGHS Mumbai, whowas present along with various senior doctors and officers, extended deepest gratitude to all participants, volunteers, and supporters who played a pivotal role in making this event a resounding success. This widespread attention underscores the significance of the event in fostering community well-being and health, he said.
The event garnered extensive media coverage, with the Press Information Bureau  spotlighting the importance of blood donation and organ donation awareness.
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Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
A rare 1968 short film on Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar in NFAI collection
A rare short film made on Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar in 1968 has been acquired by National Film Archive of India. The film in Marathi titled ‘Mahapurush Dr. Ambedkar’ was produced by the Director of Publicity, Government of Maharashtra in July 1968. Directed by Namdeo Vatkar under the banner of Vathkar Productions, the music for the 18 minute short film was composed by renowned composer Datta Davajekar. Veteran film artist David Abraham was the narrator for the film. Namdeo Vatkar was a veteran actor and director in Marathi film industry who wrote and directed films like Aaher featuring Sulochana in 1957 and Mulga featuring Hansa Wadkar in 1956. He also wrote the story of Ram Gabale film Ghardhani along with P.L.Deshpande in 1952.
“It is a very timely discovery of the film on Dr. B.R. Ambedkar when we are celebrating 130th birth anniversary of the key architect of the Indian Constitution on 14th April. The short film fictionalises the key events of Dr. Ambedkar’s life and it also has live footage of his later years,” said Prakash Magdum, Director, NFAI. The film has the visuals of Dr. Ambedkar embracing the Buddhist religion and his visit to Nepal along with close-up shots of his funeral procession at Dadar Chowpaty in Mumbai. Madhukar Khamkar did the cinematography while G.G. Patil edited the film.
“The film was originally made in 35 mm format but what we have found is a 16 mm copy probably meant for distribution in rural areas. The condition of the film is moderate and we plan to digitise it soon so that it can be accessed by people,” said Prakash Magdum. He added, “We appeal to individual collectors and distributors along with others to come forward and submit films or footages at NFAI so that it can be preserved.
Ministry of Coal
Ministry of Coal is Organizing “East Zonal Conference on PM Gatishakti: National Logistic Policy” at Bhubaneswar, Odisha on 16.02.2023
PM Gatishakti National Master Plan , a transformative approach for improving logistics efficiency and reducing logistic costs, was launched for integrated infrastructure development in the country. The objective is to bring different Ministries/States/Departments/Industries together for integrated planning and coordinated implementation of infrastructure connectivity Projects.
The Hon’ble Prime Minister has launched National Logistic Policy. It aims to reduce cost of logistics & enhance logistic efficiency. The National Logistic Policy envisage at digitization of logistic processes and systems. A unified logistic interface platform has been launched by integrating over 30 different digital platforms across several Ministries.
East Zonal Conference will provide an opportunity for different stake holders to understand in-depth the component of National Logistic Policy.
Ministry of Coal is organizing East Zonal Conference on “PM Gatishakti: National Logistic Policy” at Bhubaneswar, Odisha on 16.02.2023 for coordination in integrated planning for infrastructure development in East Zonal States – Odisha, Jhakhand, West Bengal & Bihar.
The conference will be attended by senior officials of East Zonal States and different Ministries like Coal, DPIIT, Railways, Power, Steel, Fertilizers & Chemicals, MoRTH, Shipping Ports & Waterways along with Industry representatives of East Zone.
The conference aims to have in depth discussions and suggestions for inclusive development of the region.
The Ministry of Coal is looking at bringing in efficiency and production and allocation of coal in Eastern Zonal States. Ministry will focus on discussion on coal logistic with special focus on digitization of difference systems. There would be in-depth interaction leading to working together with national perspective among all the stake holders.
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Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Paradeep Port Trust aims to boost EXIM trade with installation of New Container Scanner
Under Ease of Doing Business  initiative, a Mobile X-Ray Container Scanning System  has been installed by Paradeep Port near the PICT Terminal at a cost of Rs 30 crore for the purpose of reducing physical examination and dwell time of containers at the Port. After successful Trial Run of the MXCS, the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board  has issued license on 27th August, 2021 to Paradeep Customs for its regular operation. The Scanner can scan up to 25 containers per hour, enabling the Trade to directly move out their containers with upgrade security and zero hassle.
This will also facilitate movement of unshredded metallic scrap materials in containers through the Port to meet the long standing requirement of hinterland Industries. The operation of the Scanner is expected to boost the container volume at Paradeep Port as PPT is making continuous efforts to reduce the logistic cost to help the EXIM trade and is in line with Government’s Ease of Doing Business initiative. While the shipping lines like RCL, ZIM International Shipping Line and Shreyas Shipping are calling the Port regularly, other major liners are likely to follow considering the upgraded facilities and hefty discount offered by the Port.
Ministry of Railways
Private foodgrains  freight makes a big increase in lockdown period as compared to last year
More than 7.75 lacs tonnes  of PFG freight loaded by Indian Railways during the lockdown period from 25th March to 28th April 2020 as compared to about 6.62 lacs tonnes  last year in same period
Indian Railways making all efforts to ensure that farm products like foodgrains are picked up on time and also to ensure uninterrupted supply chain
Indian Railways continues in its endeavour to ensure availability of essential commodities like foodgrain across the country through its freight & parcel services during the nationwide lock down due to COVID-19.
In order to ensure that kitchens of all Indian homes continue to function normally, during the lockdown period from 25th March to 28th April 2020, more than 7.75 lacs tonnes  of private foodgrains  freight were loaded across the country compared to about 6.62 lacs tonnes  last year in same period. Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Tamilnadu are the leading states in private foodgrains  freight loading.
Indian Railways is making all efforts to ensure that farm products like foodgrains are picked up on time and also to ensure timely supply during the nationwide lock down due to COVID-19. The loading, transportation and unloading of these essential commodities has been in progress in full swing during the lockdown period.
Indian Railways has also identified routes for Parcel Special Trains since the start of the lockdown for perishable commodities including fruits, vegetables, milk & dairy products and seeds for agriculture purpose. Trains are being run even on those routes where demand is less, so that no part of the country remains unconnected. Trains have been given en-route stoppages at all feasible locations, so that maximum possible clearance of parcels may be done.
Special Service and Features
Cargo Terminal at an estimation of Rs 75,000 crore will be set up in Campbellbay in the Great Nicobar Islands: Union Minister of State Dr. L Murugan.
Modern Fish Landing Centre will be set up at Mayabunder in the Northern part of the Middle Andaman : Dr. L Murugan
Union Minister of State for Information & Broadcasting, Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Dr. L Murugan said that a cargo terminal will be set up at a cost of Rs 75000 crore in Campbellbay in the Great Nicobar Islands.
Informing that a detailed project report is being prepared for the cargo terminal project, the Minister said that a modern fish landing centre will be set up at Mayabunder in the Northern part of the Middle Andaman.
The Union Minister interacted with the fisherfolks in Danapur village today where the people made various demands viz, improvisation of the cold storage facility, construction of new fish landing centre, employment opportunities for the educated youths, construction of new rearing ponds.
Responding to the fisherfolks demands, Dr L Murugan said that a modern fish landing centre will be set up in Mayabunder. He also listed out the various welfare schemes being implemented by the Union Government for the welfare of fishermen. Further he instructed the department officials concerned to conduct awareness camps immediately to be acquainted with about these schemes. Under the Prathan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana Scheme, 60 per cent subsidy for women and 40 per cent subsidy for men would be provided to buy boats required for deep-sea fishing and they would avail bank loans for the remaining sum of money.
The Union Government has allocated funds to buy 7 deep-sea fishing boats in the Andaman Islands, he said. Dr L Murugan then sat along with the fishermen to listen to the voice of the Prime Minister-‘Mann Ki Baat live programme.
Earlier, on the occasion of the Birth Anniversary of late former Prime Minister Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee, the Union Minister Dr L Murugan paid floral tributes to the portrait.
Prime Minister's Office
PM pays tributes to Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee on his Punya Tithi
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has paid tributes to Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee on his Punya Tithi.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said, "Remembering Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee on his Punya Tithi. His noble ideals, rich thoughts and commitment to serve people will continue to inspire us. His efforts towards national integration will never be forgotten."
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Central teams being sent to States to support in COVID-19 Management
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has decided to deploy Central teams to 10 states that have witnessed/are witnessing high case load and high spurt of cases. The teams will assist the State Health departments of respective states to facilitate management of COVID-19 outbreak.
The teams are composed of a senior official from the MoHFW, a Joint Secretary level nodal officer and a public health expert. The team shall support the State health department in implementation of containment measures in the affected areas within the respective states’ districts/cities. The teams are being sent to the
following States:
1. Gujarat
2. Tamil Nadu
3. Uttar Pradesh
4. Delhi
5. Rajasthan
6. Madhya Pradesh
7. Punjab
8. West Bengal
9. Andhra Pradesh
10.Telangana
This is besides the 20 central teams of public health experts who were earlier sent to the high case load districts.
A high level team had recently been deputed to Mumbai to support the State efforts in COVID-19 response and management.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID - 19 Vaccination Update - Day 476
India’s cumulative vaccination coverage crosses 189.98 Crore
More than 15 lakh Vaccine doses administered today till 7 pm
India’s COVID-19 vaccination coverage has crossed 189.98 Crore  today. More than 15 lakh  Vaccine Doses have been administered till 7 pm today. The daily vaccination tally is expected to increase with the compilation of the final reports for the day by late tonight.
The cumulative coverage of vaccine doses, segregated based on population priority groups, is as follows:
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Cumulative Vaccine Dose Coverage
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HCWs
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1st Dose
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10405563
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2nd Dose
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10021937
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Precaution Dose
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4901161
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FLWs
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1st Dose
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18416475
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2nd Dose
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17549279
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Precaution Dose
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7862021
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Age Group 12-14 years
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1st Dose
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30170367
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2nd Dose
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9286031
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Age Group 15-18 years
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1st Dose
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58668750
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2nd Dose
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43022332
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Age Group 18-44 years
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1st Dose
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556029385
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2nd Dose
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480915785
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Precaution Dose
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247284
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Age Group 45-59 years
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1st Dose
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202988332
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2nd Dose
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188639710
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Precaution Dose
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745992
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Over 60 years
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1st Dose
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126916021
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2nd Dose
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117545172
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Precaution Dose
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15548954
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Cumulative 1st dose administered
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1003594893
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Cumulative 2nd dose administered
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866980246
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Precaution Dose
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29305412
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Total
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1899880551
Today’s achievement in the vaccination exercise, segregated by population priority groups, is as follows:
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Date: 6th April, 2022 
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HCWs
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1st Dose
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47
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2nd Dose
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616
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Precaution Dose
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16775
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FLWs
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1st Dose
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93
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2nd Dose
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1197
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Precaution Dose
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49231
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Age Group 12-14 years
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1st Dose
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196773
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2nd Dose
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405957
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Age Group 15-18 years
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1st Dose
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37496
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2nd Dose
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110164
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Age Group 18-44 years
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1st Dose
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46916
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2nd Dose
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371972
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Precaution Dose
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12525
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Age Group 45-59 years
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1st Dose
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10555
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2nd Dose
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88375
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Precaution Dose
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28297
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Over 60 years
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1st Dose
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8343
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2nd Dose
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58317
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Precaution Dose
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101079
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Cumulative 1st dose administered
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300223
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Cumulative 2nd dose administered
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1036598
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Precaution Dose
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207907
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Total
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1544728
The vaccination exercise as a tool to protect the most vulnerable population groups in the country from COVID-19 continues to be regularly reviewed and monitored at the highest level.
Ministry of Finance
ECONOMY INSTRUCTIONS RELATED TO PRINTED ACTIVITIES
All calendars, diaries, schedulers and similar other materials, which were earlier printed in physical format, will now be done digitally by Ministries/Departments/PSUs/PSBs
Ministries/Departments/PSUs/PSBs and all other organs of the government to adopt innovative means to use digital or online methods
Given the prevailing circumstances in which the world is increasingly moving towards adopting digital force-multipliers for productivity, the Government of India has decided to follow this best practice.
There is to be no activity towards printing wall calendars, desktop calendars, diaries and other such material for use in the coming year by any Ministries/Departments/PSUs/PSBs and all other organs of the government.
All such activity shall go digital and online.
There is to be a concerted effort towards incorporating innovative methods in such matters. Using technological innovations for planning, scheduling and forecasting is well known to be economical, efficient and effective.
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and his governance model have always seen technology as an enabler. Integrating technology into our work is in line with his vision.
Therefore all calendars, diaries, schedulers and similar other materials, which were earlier printed in physical format, will now be done digitally. Publication of Coffee Table books will also be stopped and appropriate use of E-Books is encouraged. All Ministries/Departments/PSUs/PSBs and all other organs of the government are to adopt innovative means to use digital or online methods for the same. Innovative digital and online solutions which will achieve the same result as physical calendars or diaries are to be prioritized and to be put into practice.
Necessary order has been issued to all concerned.
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Ministry of Commerce & Industry
Draft Copyright  Rules, 2019
In order to ensure smooth and flawless compliance of Copyright Act in the light of technological advancement in digital era and to bring them in parity with other relevant legislations, the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, Government of India has now proposed to introduce the Copyright Amendment Rules, 2019.
The draft rules are available on http://egazette.nic.in/WriteReadData/2019/204924.pdf for seeking comments and suggestion from all persons likely to be affected thereby upto 29th June 2019.
The copyright regime is governed by the Copyright Act, 1957 and the Copyright Rules,2013. The Copyright Rules,2013 were last amended in 2016 through the Copyright Amendment Rules, 2016.
Ministry of Civil Aviation
25 AAI airports earmarked for asset monetization under National Monetization Pipeline
AAI has identified 13 airports for operations, management and development of the airports through PPP mode
As per National Monetization Pipeline , 25 AAI airports have been earmarked for asset monetization over the years 2022 to 2025 namely Bhubaneshwar, Varanasi, Amritsar, Trichy, Indore, Raipur, Calicut, Coimbatore, Nagpur, Patna, Madurai, Surat, Ranchi Jodhpur, Chennai, Vijayawada, Vadodara, Bhopal, Tirupati, Hubli, Imphal, Agartala, Udaipur, Dehradun and Rajahmundry.
The Airports Authority of India  has identified Tiruchirappalli  International Airport in Tamil Nadu among 13 airports for operations, management and development of the airports through Public Private Partnership  mode in public interest and for better management of the airports.
Even after bringing these airports under PPP mode of operations, AAI will remain the owner of the airports and all these airports will revert to AAI once the Concession Period is over.
This information was given by the Minister of State in the Ministry Of Civil Aviation  V. K.Singh Retd) in a written reply to a question in Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
PRESS COUNCIL INVITES ENTRIES FOR NATIONAL AWARDS FOR EXCELLENCE IN JOURNALISM 2019
Kolkata, July 8, 2019
The Press Council of India has invited Entries by August 30, 2019 from journalists/freelancers in order to recognize outstanding contribution of journalists and photo journalists of Indian nationality in print journalism.
The Press Council of India, mandated by an Act of Parliament to improve standards of journalism and maintain press freedom has instituted “National Awards” to honour the journalists on the occasion of National Press Day which falls on November 16 for excelling in the fields of print journalism in the categories mentioned below. The awards carry:
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S.NO.
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CATEGORY
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CASH PRIZE
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1
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Raja Ram Mohan Roy National Award for Excellence In Journalism|
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Rs. 100000/-
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2
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Rural Journalism
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Rs. 50000/-
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3
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Developmental Reporting
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Rs. 50000/-
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Photo Journalism
- Single News Picture
- Photo Feature
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Rs. 50000/-
Rs. 50000/-
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5
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Best Newspapers Art: Covering Cartoons, Caricatures and Illustrations
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Rs. 50000/-
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6
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Sports Reporting / Sports Photo Feature
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Rs. 50000/-
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7
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Financial Reporting
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Rs. 50000/-
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8
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Gender Issue Reporting
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Rs. 50000/-In this category, the nomination/entries are not invited. The Jury Committee itself will decide the nomination for this category.
Other details of procedure, eligibility, criteria, entry form, declaration form and rules can be seen and downloaded from the Press Council of India’s website www.presscouncil.nic.in.
All entries addressed to the Secretary, Press Council of India, SoochnaBhawan, 8, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi-110003 in sealed envelope marked “CONFIDENTIAL” should reach on or before 5 pm on 30 August, 2019. Advance soft copies can be emailed at secy-pci[at]nic[dot]in.
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
IFFI 50: In conversation with Subhash Ghai, Shaji N. Karun and Derek Malcolm
An ‘In conversation session’ on the evolution of Indian Cinema in the last 50 years was held on the sidelines of the 50th International Film Festival of India in Panaji, Goa today. Veteran film makers Subhash Ghai, Shaji N. Karun and Film Critic Derek Malcolm talked about Indian cinema, festivals films, budgets and OTT platforms during the session.
Commenting on the power of cinema, Subhash Ghai said that Cinema is the biggest influential device and is the culmination of our own mythology and heritage. “The important thing today is to know how to be relevant for the cine goers. Cinema is the representation of art. I get to know about Tamil culture and its people through films made by Mani Ratnam, Bengali and Malayalam cinema is so beautiful,” he said.
Recalling his initial days in India, Film critic Derek Malcolm said that Bollywood has come a long way and improved technically nowadays. “When I first came to India in the 70’s as a cricketer and not as a critic, I attended the film festival in Bombay but there were no Indian films being screened. Along with the American critics, when I spoke to the festival director, he informed us that they don’t screen Indian films and if we need to see those, we need to see them in the commercial cinemas downtown but the scenario has changed now”, he said.
Joining the conversation, Film maker Shaji N. Karun said that cinema is also the history of India. “There are many aspects to look at the cinema. It can entertain your mind, and it can even touch you spiritually. Filmmakers like Satyajit Ray made films without money but had enough intellect,” he added.
Film critic Taran Adarsh moderated the session. The session started with the felicitation of Subhash Ghai, Shaji N. Karun, Derek Malcolm and Taran Adarsh by, All India Radio Director General Ira Joshi.
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